Court Security Manager

Court Security Manager - National Security Operations (Gisborne District & High Court) As a Ministry of Justice Court Security Manager, you will take pride in leading a court security team of up to 12 security officers based in Invercargill and Queenstown. You will serve your community by providing a safe and secure environment for people to gain access to Justice in New Zealand. The role has variety, including interacting with diverse people, stakeholders, and business units every day. You will benefit from quality training and enjoy strong team camaraderie, supporting you in the delivery of excellent service. Responsibilities Develop, coach and mentor your team members to their full potential. Operational manage teams in a complex and demanding security environment. Understand operational risks and make sound decisions quickly, decisively, and confidently. Engage and build relationships with a diverse range of people. Collaborate with agencies including NZ Police, Department of Corrections, Te Oranga Tamariki. Ensure safe and professional Court operations. If external, you will be required to attend a three‑week residential training course in Wellington within three months of your start date. Ō pūkenga tou / Skills and Experience Leadership capabilities. Customer Service Oriented. Capable of de‑escalating Conflict. Physically able to engage in full contact Officer Safety techniques. Confident in using technology. Hold a full, clean New Zealand Drivers Licence. Benefits Create, develop and manage a diverse group of people. A challenging and diverse working environment. Safety and security training and qualification. Leadership opportunities and courses to grow and develop. 4.4 weeks holiday leave. An online professional development portal. Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks. This is a 40‑hour a week role with some paid overtime available when extra cover is required. You may also be required to work a minimum 3‑hour shift on Saturdays. Utu ā-tau / Salary The appointing salary for this role will be between $74,634 and $95,591 based on skills and experience. Tono mai / Apply You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter. Applications close on 2 August 2026; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] . Follow us on LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr